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When money is tight, decluttering can feel scary. We’re diving into this issue of money and decluttering. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to BE a decluttering coach?? --Nony The post 379: Let’s Talk About Money and Decluttering appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

We discussed: How to manage when it feels that there’s not enough time in the day. Budget organization. Laundry issues. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to BE a decluttering coach??           --Nony The post 378: Simplifying Routines in Seasons of Stress & Grief appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

One of the biggest struggles many people face when decluttering is that they want to (and try to) predict the future in order to know what to keep and what to declutter. Since it isn’t possible to predict the future, decluttering paralysis can happen. Today I’m talking about how knowing the path and how it […] The post 377: Knowing the Path When You Can’t Predict the Future appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’ve learned a thing or two (or thirty-three-trillion) about decluttering, and that includes how to identify thought patterns that need to serve as signals that it’s time to declutter. This week, I’m talking about three moments when I’ve learned to hesitate . . . and declutter. Take Your House Back is on sale through May […] The post 376: Three Moments When You Should Hesitate (and Declutter) appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I recently heard a discussion of something that used to be very common: hope chests. It hit me that a hope chest is a container for things for the future, and since a lot of “us” fret about whether we can/should keep things we legitimately may need in the future but don’t need now, I […] The post 375: Boundaries Even When Stuff Could Totally Be Helpful in the Future appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, Emma and I discuss: What to do when you have reached your clutter threshold but feel like you could do more. How to deal with storing items of a loved one. How to fit decluttering and maintenance cleaning in during the week when working. I also loved hearing how Emma has implemented […] The post 374: Making Decluttering Part of Everyday Life appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

As I was doing my time-consuming curly hair routine in a big hurry recently, I started thinking about decluttering. (I’m always thinking about decluttering, so that isn’t a surprise.) I thought about how I’m only successful decluttering when I follow my five step No Mess Decluttering Process, whether I have to declutter in a hurry […] The post 373: Decluttering in Slow Times vs Fast Times appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I recently asked for decluttering and home management questions on Instagram, and answered almost all of them in this podcast episode! My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to BE a decluttering coach?? --Nony The post 372: Rapid Q&A – Lots of Questions and Lots of Answers appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In today’s podcast, we discuss: “Identity Clutter” and incorporating it into everyday life. “Good stuff” not getting used. When it’s time to retire display items. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to BE a decluttering coach?? --Nony The post 371: Sometimes Even Interesting Things Need to Go appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Some people are visual organizers, and you might be one. BUT you can’t actually know that until you declutter. If you’re scared to put things “away” because you fear you’ll forget where you put it or forget that you have it, you need to listen to this one. My books Want to be a patron […] The post 370: Out of Sight, Out of Mind appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m always looking for ways to reframe situations or thought processes that actually help me get stuff out of the house. So many people like to blame their perfectionism for the mess in their homes. I think that’s fine as long as identifying and blaming perfectionism helps you declutter. My books Want to be a […] The post 369: Perfect or Right? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering some questions about decluttering more or again when you’ve already decluttered. And one about clothing. And one about decluttering clothing more or again when you’ve already decluttered . . . Ask questions for podcasts and YouTube lives. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want […] The post 368: Another Round of Decluttering (And Clothing) appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we talk about when the whole house feels overwhelming. How to get started in an overwhelming, cluttered room How to declutter clothes when they are a form of artistic self-expression. How to deal with a LOT of collectibles. My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at […] The post 367: When the Whole House is Just Overwhelming appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s easy to get discouraged when you look at all the things that could or should be happening. But focusing on “better” all along the way is how you get there. And celebrating “better” is one of the best ways to keep going! My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out […] The post 366: Better All Along the Way appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

My guest today has been through so much in a very short time. As she battles grief and deals with huge upheaval in her living situation, we discuss these decluttering struggles: How to combine two households more efficiently. How to let go of sentimental items. Decision fatigue. My books Want to be a patron of […] The post 365: Decluttering In the Midst of Upheaval and Intense Grief appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Last week, I shared six ways I still struggle in my home, and this week I’m sharing the good news! There are things that definitely used to be a struggle that aren’t a struggle any more. What a relief! For most of my life, I didn’t think I’d conquer these things. My books Want to […] The post 364: Six Ways I No Longer Struggle in My Home appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’ve been told many times that some people find encouragement from knowing that this “slob struggle” is a lifelong struggle. Knowing that it isn’t something that ever goes away means you don’t have to feel defeated when you find yourself struggling, you just need to apply the strategies that help you manage this struggle successfully. […] The post 363: Six Ways I Still Struggle in My Home appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m often asked what to do when things definitely fit into the space (the container concept) but it’s still too much stuff. That’s where your Clutter Threshold comes in. In this episode, I’m talking about when and how to use the Container Concept to declutter and when to focus on your Clutter Threshold. My books […] The post 362: The Container Concept vs The Clutter Threshold appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s that week of the year when it feels right to change EVERYTHING! Since that never actually works out well, I’m sharing five small things you can do right now that will have big impact on your home over the next year. These aren’t things to plan to do, they’re things to actually do. My […] The post 361: Are You Hoarding Your Creativity? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I loved this conversation with Renee. We discussed: Dealing with paper clutter Helping her mom (who lives with her) with her stuff Finding and maintaining motivation My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to BE a decluttering coach??     […] The post 360: Setting Up Systems and Doing Things “Right” in a New Situation appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s that week of the year when it feels right to change EVERYTHING! Since that never actually works out well, I’m sharing five small things you can do right now that will have big impact on your home over the next year. These aren’t things to plan to do, they’re things to actually do. This […] The post 359: 5 Small Things You Can Do Right Now to Change Your Home Next Year appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

This was such an interesting conversation! I think you’ll love hearing from Caroline. She lives on a boat . . . in LONDON! We discussed: how to take things there now when you can’t actually get “there” right “now.” how to decide what containers/furniture pieces are needed before bringing things back into her space. and […] The post 358: Applying the Decluttering Process to ANY situation, even the Ones That Seem TOO Different appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I had a question from someone who feels like she halts her own decluttering progress when she thinks about what her mother would say (or has said) that was meant to be encouraging, but wasn’t. Become a Decluttering Coach! Join Take Your House Back My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find […] The post 357: Helpful vs. Unhelpful Comments/Advice About Decluttering appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

We’re talking through some of Megan’s unique challenges today, such as: How to declutter a full room when you know you need to get rid of lots of containers. How to store very necessary coats when there’s a lack of closets in your home. How to set up an arts and crafts area when the […] The post 356: So Having Lots of Containers Isn’t the Answer? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Y’all know I don’t like to blame my problems on perfectionism. But, I have been thinking lately about how letting go of (or giving up on) perfect was necessary to make real decluttering progress or progress in my home. I think it’s also important to acknowledge that giving up on perfect isn’t the same thing […] The post 355: Giving Up On Perfect Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m talking all about helping others declutter. My five step decluttering process works so well when helping others declutter, so we’re applying it to different relationships and situations. Interested in becoming a Decluttering Coach? My training course is now available for pre-order! It releases on December 1, but those who pre-order will receive a significant […] The post 354: Helping Others Declutter appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, I’m talking with Dawn of the Minimal Mom on YouTube. We’re talking about toys since she is closer to that stage than I am. She shares the impact decluttering toys had on her kids and the strategies she used to make big changes in her home. Join Take Your House Back My […] The post 353: Trending Towards Minimalism with Toys with Dawn from The Minimal Mom appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I completely understand feeling overwhelmed by clutter. While taking a deep breath is a great first step, I’m talking about other concrete ways to break down the project that is overwhelming you so you can get it done. Interested in my upcoming Decluttering Coach Training and Certification? My books Want to be a patron of […] The post 352: More Advice Than “Take a Deep Breath” When You’re Overwhelmed appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m talking about how transformational it is was for me when I got to the point where I could value space in my home over the stuff that had filled it for years. And I’m talking about the process for getting to that point. Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Want to know when […] The post 351: The Process of Valuing Space Over Stuff appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering this question today: My garage is a disaster. It needs total decluttering as well as reorganizing. It’s jam-packed full of things I need to keep, so I can’t use the regular questions. How can I move things around without just making a bigger mess while I do that? My book: Organizing for the […] The post 350: But What About the Stuff I Really Need? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

This was a fun conversation! Tamara has made so much progress, but now she’s having to adjust everything after a big move and lots of challenges. We discussed: learning to live with 3 generations of people with ADHD when you are not one of them. decluttering while doing all the other stuff (working, parenting, volunteering, […] The post 349: Finding Solutions for Unique Family Members appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Using storage space in the basement well. Establishing a better system in her home office helping family members without letting their stuff take over Join Take Your House Back My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.   --Nony The post 348: Getting Past the Tough Spots appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s hard to stay focused, so it is so important for me to take advantage of the times when I am focused. My books Patreon   --Nony The post 347: How to Take Advantage of Focused Moments in Your Home appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I talk about decluttering for a living. It’s a strangely divisive topic. From people getting defensive about their own homes when you mention working on yours to giving advice you weren’t asking for, I’m talking about talking about decluttering today. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon     --Nony The post 346: Talking to Others about Your Decluttering Journey appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

This was a fun conversation! Sarah has made so much progress, but now she’s having to adjust everything after a big move and lots of challenges. We discussed: Rotating clothes by size and season. Dealing with toys. Figuring out how to arrange the kitchen when the old system won’t work. My books Want to be […] The post 345: Adjusting What Used to Work for New Circumstances appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering some questions today that all boil down to how to get unstuck as the askers work in their homes. Submit questions to be answered in future podcasts or YouTube videos: https://forms.gle/9rSWag4Xher3RNTT9 The podcast in which I interviewed someone from Goodwill. My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     […] The post 344: Getting Unstuck appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

So how do I cure my Time Passage Awareness Disorder? And my other Slob Problems? There are mindset changes and there are strategies. I’m talking about both. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon     --Nony The post 343: The “Cure” for My TPAD and Slob Problems appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s a fact that consistency is the biggest factor in real change. But sometimes, focusing on consistency can backfire for people like me. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon       --Nony The post 342: The Myth of Consistency appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Over the course of my deslobification process, I’ve realized that my extreme frugality was part of the problem. I’ve been thinking a lot about how my definition of value has changed so much, so we’re talking about it this week.   My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at […] The post 341: Frugality and Changing the Definition of Value appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Today, I’m sharing a state of the home report. How did our house fare during the loosey-goosey summer? How has all the decluttering and routine-creating helped things function during out of routine times? Join Take Your House Back My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Want to be a patron of […] The post 340: State of the Home Report ’22 appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In today’s podcast, I answer several questions and (try to) help break through the overthinking that’s behind the questions. I’m an overthinker, too, so I get it. But breaking through my overthinking has been essential to making progress in my home. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us (get the flow chart here) […] The post 339: Breaking through the Overthinking About Your Clutter appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I love this episode and my guest’s incredible honesty. My guest today is a mental health professional and is working on her own home. I think you’ll find her insights to be incredibly helpful no matter your situation. My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     --Nony The post 338: Real Progress in a Hoarding Situation Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I enjoyed this conversation with Greg so much! His job is to clean up hard-to-clean things, and part of that is helping out in hoarding situations. I think you’ll find it encouraging and helpful!   Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     […] The post 337: Discussion with a Hoarding Cleanout Expert: What is the Process? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’ve known Amy for ten years, and I’ve watched as she has had to adjust to changes in her health. I asked her to come on the podcast and share the ways she has changed her strategies in her home and in her thinking. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Mentioned: […] The post 336: Adjusting Your Home Routines for Health Changes Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Y’all know I’ve been gardening for the first time ever. I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing, but I’m having fun! As I learn, I see so many parallels decluttering. I’m sharing these decluttering thoughts today.   Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the […] The post 335: What Gardening is Teaching/Reminding Me About Decluttering appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: getting out of project mentality stuff shifting feeling like you are the only one who can tackle the clutter The Take Your House Back course is open for registration! Get my new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. […] The post 334: Fighting the Project Mentality & Identifying Key Tasks Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I had a conversation recently and was asked if I thought the root of this problem with keeping a house under control had more to do with nature or nurture. I’ve been thinking a lot about that question since. So I thought I’d talk about it. My books Patreon   --Nony The post 333: Is it Nature or Nurture? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode we talk about: how to deal with areas that seem to collect clutter no matter what. how to deal with “his” stuff. how to handle scrapbooking and pictures when I don’t even know where to start. how cooking without a plan actually makes things harder. My new book: Organizing for the Rest […] The post 332: Creative Endeavors, Flat Surfaces, & Dealing with Other People Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’ve learned the power of maintenance. Even before (or especially before) I got my house under control, doing maintenance tasks was key. I’ve been thinking about the need for and my resistance to maintenance tasks as spring has arrived and I see all the little projects that are popping up in our new home. My […] The post 331: The Truth About Maintenance Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: dealing with incoming paper strategies to help teenage family members declutter involving the family in 5 minute pickups Get my new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     --Nony The post 330: Involving the Family appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.